TexMessage: Rep. Cuellar predicts that Mexico’s new president will be ‘strong ally’

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Tuesday, January 29

Good morning, TexMessagers! Do you think Mexico will be an ally on immigration and border security policy?

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Rep. Henry Cuellar, D-Laredo, returned from his three-day trip to Mexico with optimistic reports of alliance. During his time in Mexico City Cuellar met with members of Mexican President Enrique Peña Nieto’s Cabinet on trade and commerce, immigration, and border security.

“After meeting with the Mexican officials, I feel confident that President Peña Nieto will be a strong ally as we work together to address these issues,” Cuellar said.

Cuellar said the members of the cabinet seemed willing to cooperate in moving toward an agenda that will benefit both Mexico and the United States. The Texas lawmaker and the new Mexican president are personal friends.